All tagged nutrition

Carbohydrates 101

Carbohydrates are your body's preferred fuel source. They contain 4 calories per gram and supply the body with glucose, which is then converted into energy. Learn more about this essential macronutrient in this post.

Carbohydrates 101

In the second installment of my nutrition series, let’s talk about carbohydrates. Carbs are a group of energy-yielding compounds that contain 4 calories per gram. They supply the body with glucose, which is then converted to energy.

Protein 101

In this nutrition series, I’ll be breaking down each macronutrient in detail: what each one does, how much you need, and how to get the most out of your food. Since protein is typically the most popular in the fitness community, let’s start there.

Grocery Shopping Tips

Nutrition is a huge part of fitness. If you want to maximize your results in the gym, you’ll probably need to balance your macros and make some changes to your diet. Today, I’m breaking down a few things to remember as you move through the grocery aisles.

Working Mom Meal Prep Tips

Between working full time, parenting two little kids, and my gym schedule, I don’t have much time to cook elaborate meals. Luckily, you can still eat a healthy, balanced diet while taking some shortcuts in the kitchen.